How much does a 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), including £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE?

The 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE has a 90% MOT pass rate based on 9,406 tests in 2026. This ranks 338 out of 649 cars from 2018.

Which year MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE is most reliable?

The 2019 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE has the highest MOT pass rate at 91%. The least reliable year is 2017 at 87%.

MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE (2018)

Q: Is the 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 90% of MITSUBISHI ECLIPSEs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 9,406 tests. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%.

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE?

The average mileage for a 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE is 43,853 miles, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 9,406 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,587

£132/month

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1400cc Petrol

Great Choice

90% pass rate, £1587/year to run. 8 points above average.

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Petrol1400cc8 years old9,406 tests44k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1400cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,587

Per month£132/mo

Per week£31/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

90% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.

At 8 years old, 90% of MITSUBISHI ECLIPSEs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 9,406 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 43,853 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 cars338th of 649(top 52%)

Rank among MITSUBISHI models90th of 408(top 22%)

vs national average+8%(82% avg)

vs 2018 cars average+1%(89% avg)

vs MITSUBISHI average+10%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

43,853

Average miles

59,200

Expected for age

The average 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE has 43,853 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2017 model has the lowest at 87%. The 2018 sits between the two at 90%.

MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	95%	37	31,011 mi
2020	90%	742	28,605 mi
2019	91%	6,320	37,550 mi
2018	90%	9,406	43,853 mi
2017	87%	178	48,300 mi

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About the 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE

The 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE is a small family car with a 1400cc petrol engine. 9,406 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 43,853 miles at 8 years old, MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE Fuel Costs

The 1400cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE Reliability Trend

The MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE

At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 9,406 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2018 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE(2018)	90%	£1137	£195	Grp 8-20	£1587
FORD FIESTA(2016)	81%	£955	£30	Grp 1-8	£1390-£197
VAUXHALL CORSA(2016)	81%	£1137	£30	Grp 8-20	£1572-£15
FORD FOCUS(2016)	87%	£1137	£135	Grp 12-25	£1677+£90
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)	86%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550-£37

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.